Works for
MoisturizingPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Urea + 18 moreWorks well
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, glycogen.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: helianthus annuus seed oil, simmondsia chinensis seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, panthenol, urea
Anti-agingPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Serine + 3 moreMay help
“The ideal universal serum as the first step in any routine, designed to correct the first signs of aging brought about by fatigue, stress and pollution.”
This product contains palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, serine. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Evens skin toneLactic acidNot delivered
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-blemishBeta-glucan, AllantoinNot delivered
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Alcohol, Malva sylvestris flower extract + 9 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Alcohol~7–8.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be drying and contribute to skin irritation. Used in formulars to dissolve other ingredients, create a thinner product consistency or for its antibacterial properties
More about AlcoholSimmondsia chinensis seed oil~4.3–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Softens the upper layer of skin and helps restore the healthy skin barrier. Has shown to help calm down inflammation in skin. It is a stable oil, meaning that it retains its properties even when exposed to air.
More about Simmondsia chinensis seed oilSqualane~3.1–3.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualanePentylene glycol~2.2–2.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolGlycerin~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinXanthan gum~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumBeta-glucan~1.1–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanCellulose~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can be used to help absorb oil as well as add volume and imporve texture of products.
More about CelluloseFucus serratus extract~0.65–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Glycogen~0.5–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlycogenSodium phytate~0.45–0.65%
Tea-lactate~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Allantoin~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilHydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Long sugars that help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycansLactic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidLecithin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinMalus domestica fruit cell culture extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Malva sylvestris flower extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance
More about Malva sylvestris flower extractPalmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Panthenol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolRna~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharide isomerate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateSerine~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino-acid that helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. In combination with other amino-acids, might help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
More about SerineSilanetriol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium dna~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sorbitol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolTocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolTropaeolum majus flower/leaf/stem extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Urea~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
More about Urea1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.4%
C12-20 alkyl glucoside~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideC14-22 alcohols~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsCaprylyl glycol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCitric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidPropanediol~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolSodium chloride~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideSodium citrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateSodium lactate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
More about Sodium lactateEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.4%
Phenoxyethanol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolSodium benzoate~0.2–0.4%
Parfum~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumCinnamyl alcohol~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Citronellol~0.15–0.3%
Eugenol~0.15–0.25%
Geraniol~0.15–0.25%
Hexyl cinnamal~0.1–0.2%
Hydroxycitronellal~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating
More about HydroxycitronellalLimonene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Alcohol, Simmondsia chinensis seed oil, Squalane, Pentylene glycol, Glycerin, Xanthan gum, Beta-glucan, Cellulose, Fucus serratus extract, Glycogen, Sodium phytate, Tea-lactate, Allantoin, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans, Lactic acid, Lecithin, Malus domestica fruit cell culture extract, Malva sylvestris flower extract, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Panthenol, Rna, Saccharide isomerate, Serine, Silanetriol, Sodium dna, Sorbitol, Tocopherol, Tropaeolum majus flower/leaf/stem extract, Urea, 1,2-hexanediol, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, C14-22 alcohols, Caprylyl glycol, Citric acid, Propanediol, Sodium chloride, Sodium citrate, Sodium lactate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Parfum, Cinnamyl alcohol, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hexyl cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool
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| ValmontVital B SerumYOUR PRODUCT | Elizabeth GrantRoyale Imperial Honey Concentrated Serum | MyLabelSerum Happy Nature | Natura BisséNB Ceutical Intensive Tolerance Booster | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 49% | 47% |
| Price | $145.00 | $120.00−$25.00 | — | $250.00+$105.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 16 | 8 of 16 | 8 of 16 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Niacinamide | Tripeptide-1 |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | Contains drying alcohol | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Valmont - Vital B Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.25% - 0.45%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- Humectants (sodium lactate 0.20% - 0.40%, urea 0.20% - 0.40%, saccharide isomerate 0.20% - 0.35%, hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans 0.25% - 0.50%, glycogen 0.50% - 0.70% and glycerin 1.80% - 2.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 26 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2β-Glucans: Multi-Functional Modulator of Wound Healingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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